Posting number: 26080955
Department: CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Job classification: PRODUCTION ASSISTANT I (PART-TIME) (AT-WILL)
Posting type: Non-Civil Service
Categories: Facility Management, Public Relations, Performing Arts, Graphic Arts, Marketing, Public Broadcasting, Arts, Communications, Arts, Design, Entertainment & Media, Entertainment
The Division
The Communications Division is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of the City’s external communications. The division works to ensure clear, consistent, and transparent messaging across all platforms—enhancing public trust, civic engagement, and awareness of City programs, services, and initiatives. The Division also manages Torrance Community Television (Public Access) and provides live coverage of bi-monthly City Council meetings on social media and Torrance CitiCABLE; our City’s award-winning government access cable television channel, providing quality television programming for the community since 1983.
The Position
This position supports the City’s multimedia communications by assisting with video production, editing, graphics, and content distribution across social media, digital platforms, public access television, and CitiCABLE. Duties include capturing content at City meetings and community events, operating professional cameras and stabilization equipment, and supporting live and recorded multi-camera productions. The role works with City staff to produce timely, accurate, accessible, and engaging content that promotes transparency, community awareness, and civic engagement.
The City of Torrance is currently hiring one full-time and several part-time positions.
Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Work involves frequently changing work priorities and the ability to meet deadlines. There will be off-site assignments and attendance at off-site meetings. Work may be required in the evenings and weekends as needed.
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The City offers ample opportunities for career growth throughout the organization with its 14 departments, which work together to provide quality service, enriching programs, and exciting events to keep the community safe and thriving. The City also proudly offers exceptional employee benefits and perks! Please click here for more information on Employee Benefits, Discounts, & Incentives!
Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and skills required is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
Associate’s degree or higher in fields such as: Film or Video Production, Communications, Digital Media, Multimedia Production, Television Production.
One (1) to three (3) years of experience in digital content creation, social media management, video production or a related field. Experience supporting broadcast operations, live multi-camera production environments, and control room systems used in television or municipal cable operations. Experience with broadcast graphics and playback systems such as Ross Video Quorum and Ross Video XPression, as well as video editing and motion graphics software including Adobe After Effects.
Experience working within a municipal cable television operation and supporting various control room systems is desirable. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
License/Certification Required
Must possess a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/JobsThe application filing period closes Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 11:59pm.
Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:
Performance Test: Weighted 40%
Panel Interview: Weighted 60%
The Performance Test and Panel Interview are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Visit www.TorranceCA.Gov to find out information about our community.
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources at 310-618-2915 prior to the examination date(s).
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
City of Torrance Inclusion Statement
The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.
TheCityis an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!
Torrance, the eighth largest city in Los Angeles County, competes globally through its myriad of assets: diverse residents, flourishing businesses and safe communities. Over the years, Torrance continues to live out its motto as a balanced city.
What's the City's population?
Torrance has a population of about 147,405 with a peak daytime population (2 p.m.) of 203,111. Torrance is the fourth largest city in Los Angeles County and the 12th largest city in California.
Who is the governing body of the City of Torrance?
The City has Council/Manager form of government. The City Council is the elected body, which adopts legislation, sets policy, adjudicates issues and establishes the budget of the City. The City Manager administers policy set by City Council and oversees day-to-day operations of the City.
Which positions are elected and appointed?
Elected positions include the seven-member City Council, the City Clerk and the City Treasurer. Both the City Clerk and City Treasurer also serve as full time department heads.
Appointed positions include the City Manager and City Attorney.
